Transgender Athlete Receives Death Threats Following Title Disqualification
Jammie Booker, the athlete who was stripped of her 2025 World's Strongest Woman title after being publicly identified as a transgender former porn star, has disclosed that she is now facing severe death threats. In a recent social media post, Booker shared a gym selfie with the caption "Proof of life. The death threats didn't work," highlighting the dangerous backlash she has endured since the controversy erupted.
Title Revocation and Investigation
The incident unfolded three months ago when Booker initially won the title at the world championships in Texas. However, organizers later disqualified her, citing claims that she is "biologically male" and thus ineligible for the women's category. The Official Strongman Games released a statement explaining that they were unaware of Booker's transgender status before the competition and had launched an urgent investigation upon learning the facts.
The organization emphasized its strict policy: "We are clear — competitors can only compete in the category for the biological sex recorded at birth." They expressed disappointment that the focus had shifted away from other athletes' achievements, stating, "We stand with them and stand with fairness."
Competitors' Reactions and Background Details
Fellow competitors, including runner-up Andrea Thompson of Great Britain, who was subsequently awarded first place, reported having no prior knowledge of Booker's transgender identity. Thompson revealed to the Daily Mail that awareness only emerged after explicit images and videos from adult entertainment websites began circulating on social media, questioning Booker's gender.
Booker, who performed in pornographic films under the name Jammie Jay and received Trans Erotica award nominations in 2020 and 2022, has not publicly addressed the scandal directly. Despite the disqualification, her Instagram bio still proudly claims her 2025 victory as World's Strongest Woman, underscoring the personal and professional turmoil she faces.
This case highlights ongoing debates in sports regarding transgender inclusion, fairness, and the intense public scrutiny athletes endure. Booker's experience with death threats adds a alarming dimension to the discussion, raising concerns about safety and discrimination in competitive environments.
